Mary is 30 lb overweight and wants to start exercising for fitness and to lose weight before her high school class reunion next year.For motivation, she has set a specific goal to run a 10K race in 6 months.The best method of training for this event would be:
A)Bicycling 2 days a week and fast walking 4 days a week.
B)Fast walking, progressing to running 5 to 6 days a week.
C)Bicycling and running 3 days a week for each activity.
D)Swimming 1 day a week, bicycling 2 days a week, and running 3 days a week.

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The best method of training for a 10K race would be to focus on running, and gradually building up the intensity and duration of runs over time. Fast walking is a good starting point, but it may not provide the necessary level of cardiovascular and muscular conditioning for a 10K race. The other options (A and C) focus on a combination of activities, which may not be as effective for specifically preparing for a running event. Option D includes swimming, which is a great low-impact workout, but may not provide adequate preparation for a running event.

Mary Is 30 Lb Overweight and Wants to Start Exercising